Turn your degree into a passport
Learning and adventure — your two favourite things, right?! One day, you’re in class discussing global issues; the next you’re sipping coffee in a charming European cafe or hiking up a mountain with your new international friends.
The best part! Plenty of support is available to make your overseas study dreams a reality — no matter your budget.
Spend as much or as little time overseas as you like
Choose a program that suits your timeline, preferred destination, or study area. Visit the Study Overseas website to see what’s available.
Types of programs
🔹 Semester Exchange - study at a partner university while remaining enrolled at, and supported by, the University of Adelaide. Please note 2026 programs are yet to be confirmed.
🔹 Short Programs - take a short academic course at a partner university, or complete a placement, internship, or practical work experience with an overseas host.
Can’t travel just yet? No worries! You can build your intercultural skills right here at the University of Adelaide. Global IQ Connect is an extra-curricular program that connects students from countries and academic disciplines.
Cost and financial assistance
💰 OS-HELP Loan – Eligible Commonwealth-supported students in 2025 can access up to AUD $9,504, with repayments deferred like HELP loans. OS-HELP loan is available to eligible Commonwealth supported students studying overseas.
✈️ Free travel insurance — Provided by the University of Adelaide for registered students going for university business.
🎓 Subsidies and grants — Some programs, like the New Colombo Plan, offer AUD $3,000 towards travel expenses for eligible domestic students.
How to apply
✅ Check your eligibility — Review program requirements on the Study Overseas website to ensure you meet the criteria.
📄 Submit your application — Apply via the Student Mobility Applicant Registration Tool (SMART) before the deadline.
🤝 Get support every step of the way — The University of Adelaide Study Overseas team assists you to submit much of the application on your behalf — an amazing service to take advantage of!
Can I still study overseas with a program not listed on the website?
If you’re interested in a program outside of those listed on the Study Overseas website, you can still register in SMART as 'Self-Reporting Study Abroad'. This allows you to apply for OS-HELP Loan if eligible.
Resources:
Study Overseas website – search programs and read the essentials such as dates, eligibility, cost, application deadline and apply.
OS-HELP loan – visit the Study Overseas webpage for details.
Self-Reporting Study Abroad Program – information for students who have arranged their own study abroad program.
Instagram: uaoverseas – testimonials from students who took the leap and went on an overseas study adventure
